Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 28 April 2010
136 Deputy Enda Kenny asked the Minister for Health and Children her plans to ban a substance (details supplied) on sale in head shops; the full list of head shop products that she proposes to ban; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17066/10]
View answerThe substances currently being sold in head shops which are due to be declared controlled substances under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1977 include:
synthetic cannabinoids (SPICE products)
benzylpiperazine (BZP) derivatives
mephedrone, methylone and related cathinones
GBL and 1,4 BD
The substance mentioned by the Deputy is not among the list of substances that are to be placed under control. However, the matter will be kept under review.
